About us
The purpose of a caucus within a political party is to raise awareness for a specific interest. The Kansas Democratic LGBTQ+ Caucus, in partnership with the Kansas Democratic Party, endeavors to shine a light on the struggles of the LGBTQ+ community and to do everything within our political power to ensure the rights of every LGBTQ+ Kansan.
Meet the members of our Executive Board, elected at the Kansas Democratic Party’s Washington Days 2026.
As outlined in the bylaws, the Executive Board consists of a Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, and one representative from each congressional district.
Jae Moyer, Chair
Jae Moyer (They/Them) has been on the Board of the Caucus since 2019, and was most recently elected as the Chair in 2026. They are an LGBTQ+ activist from Johnson County and has advocated for pro-LGBTQ+ policy at the state, local, and federal levels. They also serve as an inaugural member of the Johnson County, KS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Coalition.
Hailee Bland-Walsh, Vice Chair
Hailee Bland-Walsh is an LGBTQ+ political activist, entrepreneur, and community leader known for creating space that is inclusive and empowering, advancing pro-equality policy, and driving civic engagement at the state and levels. She has worked alongside organizations such as Victory Fund, JoCoDems, and the Kansas Democratic Party to support queer and trans candidates, expand nondiscrimination protections, and mobilize voters. Her advocacy is rooted in building inclusive political power and creating systems where LGBTQ+ people can live with safety, dignity, and full representation.
Dallas Grimes, Secretary
Dallas Grimes was born and raised in Wichita, KS. He graduated from Wichita State in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in political science and has worked on multiple campaigns, from city council to U.S. Senate. He’s excited to get to work to better represent the LGBTQIA+ community, especially LGBTQIA+ youth
Richard Nobles, Treasurer
Richard Nobles is the current chair for the 3rd Congressional District for the Kansas Democratic Party and has served in several different capacities for both the state party and his local parties in CD-03, as well as a delegate to the 2024 Democratic National Convention. He has extensive experience networking, fundraising, and building credibility for Democratic political organizations in Kansas.
Angelica Yosveline, CD-01 Representative
Angelica Yosveline likes puppies, pop music, public policy, and the color pink. Born and raised in Southwest Kansas, Angelica serves her community by working closely with non-profit organization New Frontiers, a project of Loud Light , to empower young advocates to engage within their communities on issues such as immigration, voting rights, and LGBTQ+ rights. She prides herself on her ability to distill complexities in law and legislature to others in hopes of making advocacy more accessible to the people so that every person can feel represented, no matter what part of Kansas they call home.
Michaela Kerls, CD-02 Representative
Michaela practices family law in Topeka Kansas. She is a proud Ichabod having graduated from Washburn Law School in 2019. As a life long Kansan she loves her state and wants to make sure people of all walks of life are able to find a community here. Michaela also currently serves on the Topeka Human Relations Commission.
Jimmy March, CD-03 Representative
Jimmy is a Kansas organizer and Johnson County Democratic Party Precinct Leader passionate about uplifting LGBTQIA+ voices and electing pro-equality leaders. His work is guided by empathy, integrity, and a commitment to showing up for his community. When asked what he would like people to know about him, his response is "I want people to know that I lead with my heart and want to continue to fight for a Kansas where all of us can live freely, authentically, and openly.”
Mackenzi Truelove, CD-04 Representative
Mackenzi (Mac) Truelove is a political activist and healthcare administrator. They have engaged at the state level with groups like Loud Light, spoken with State Reps, and written testimony in opposition to anti-trans legislation. Locally, they have campaign experience, where a main part of their platform was protecting queer and intersectional youth. Fighting for equal rights and youth support has been central to their mission. With a vision of Kansas where queer people can live with dignity and safety, autonomy and inclusion, Mac, with heels dug in, won't back down on queer rights and representation.
How we work.
Our goal is to support Democratic candidates in flippable districts in Kansas who support LGBTQ+ rights. We can help them by fundraising and messaging to help Kansas voters know who the common-sense candidates are. We also advocate for LGBTQ+ policy and work to protect and progress LGBTQ+ rights.
What we believe.
We firmly stand by the belief that absolutely no one should be treated less than another individual or denied access based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. We strive to embody the tenacity of our late chairwoman, Stephanie Mott, who would often go door to door in Topeka, her hometown, trying to educate people on the issues. We do this because it is our understanding and agreement that she believed that many acts of injustice were born from a place of ignorance. If we, as LGBTQ+ Democrats, are to truly preach a message of "Equality, Education, and Opportunity", then it is our belief that we must always remain open minded and speak with understanding when we engage with those whose beliefs and views differ from our own. But, we will do so while continuing to never back down to those that seek do harm and cause injustice in the world.
